Molokai Marathon
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Molokai Marathon & Festival of Races : October 2, 2027
The inaugural Molokai Marathon & Festival of Races takes place in Kaunakakai, Molokai, and includes multiple ways to participate on a single race day. Events start and finish at the Molokai Community Health Center, forming a single race village and celebration area.
Distances offered:
- 26.2 miles Marathon
- 13.1 miles Half Marathon
- 10K Run
- 5K Run / Walk
- 1 mile Keiki and community event
- Virtual division
The full marathon follows an ocean-to-uplands route toward Kalaʻe and returns to Kaunakakai, with approximately 2,300 feet of total climbing. The course is a certified road marathon; final course maps, aid station locations, and turn-by-turn details will be released before race day. An anticipated cutoff for the marathon is about 8 to 8.5 hours.
The event is hosted by Youth in Motion to support healthier lifestyles and to create opportunities for Molokai youth through sports, leadership, ocean activities, and community involvement. Local youth groups and organizations participate at aid stations, cheer zones, and fundraising activities. The festival emphasizes community involvement and a low-waste approach that respects island roads and land.
After the races, the day concludes with an evening celebration under the Banyan Tree featuring awards, a community dinner, local music, and a family-friendly oceanfront atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
